Paul Soliai is starting at nose tackle for Randy Starks, who moves over to right end to fill in for rookie Jared Odrick (ankle). Tim Dobbins is starting at inside linebacker in place of Channing Crowder (groin).

In a bit of a role reversal, Chad Pennington has been designated as the emergency third quarterback, with Tyler Thigpen active as the backup to Chad Henne. Joining Pennington on the inactives are wide receiver Roberto Wallace, cornerback Nolan Carroll, Crowder and Ikaika Alama-Francis, offensive lineman Jermey Parnell, offensive tackle Lydon Murtha and Odrick. Defensive end Ryan Baker, who was signed off the practice squad yesterday, is active.